ABOUT US
We provide an innovative approach to facial and body lifting rejuvenation: combining acupuncture and microcurrent. Each appointment takes about an hour and includes 25 minutes of acupuncture followed by 25 minutes of microcurrent.
The technique:
- Increases blood circulation and lymphatic drainage
- Promotes collagen production
- Improves muscle tone in the face and neck
- Increases ATP levels
- Decreases fine lines and wrinkles
- Visibly firms, contours and lifts overall drooping features
- Reduces puffiness and dark circles under the eyes
- Exfoliates the skin
- Shrinks enlarged pores
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RESULTS- Softer skin
- Even complexion
- Lifted cheeks
- Lifted and open eye brow
- Reduced dark circles under the eye
- Reduced deep wrinkles between the brows
- Firmer jowls
RESULTS- Lifted and firmer jowl and neck area
- Reduced lines above the lip
- Decreased lines around the mouth
- Lifted cheeks
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Frequently Asked Questions
1) What is microcurrent?
Microcurrent is the process of a gentle ‘re-education’ of the fine facial muscles by simulating them with very small amounts of electricity. Microcurrent is an exact amount of electricity that mirrors the body’s own natural current and works in harmony with the body’s electrical system. These microcurrent impulses trigger a chemical reaction at a cellular level to increase the effectiveness of how our bodies use ATP (adenosine triphosphate), a protein that is referred to as ‘the energy of life’. Microcurrent mimics the electrical signals from the brain to the message center of the muscle, which is the tendon, the microcurrent stimulates the tendon thus aiding in strengthening the muscles by bringing more definition to the face and body. By reproducing the body’s own biological current we can re-establish muscle memory naturally.
2) How does microcurrent work?
Microcurrent works on expression aging by causing the muscles to flex and relax which is an effective method of ‘re-educating’, strengthening, firming and toning slack, sagging muscles. Microcurrent improves blood flow and increases the supply of vital nutrients to the muscle tissue and individual muscle fibers improving the tone and quality of the skin. By improving blood circulation the overall health, function and appearance of the skin is greatly enhanced. For muscles to contract they need energy; that energy comes from adenosine triphosphate. ATP is the only energy source that muscles have to power their activity and these muscle fibers store only a limited supply of ATP. So, by increasing the supply of ATP to these muscle fibers microcurrent plays a crucial role in cell metabolism and plumping up those slack muscles. Microcurrent also enhances fibroblast activity (collagen) and protein synthesis (elastin) because of the increases activity of ATP.
3) How does the acupuncture work?
Tiny needles are inserted into the skin of the face. The micro stimulation from the irritation of the needles caused an increase in collagen and elastin production along with decreasing fine lines and wrinkles. The acupuncture needles cause minimal to no discomfort, and most patients have described it as a surprisingly relaxing experience.
4) Is this treatment safe?
Absolutely! The natural face-lift technique is a safe and non-invasive treatment that works in synergy with your body’s natural energy system. Most patients report a feeling of relaxation and an increase in energy following treatment. Since the lymph system is stimulated by the microcurrent, it is important for the success of your treatment that you drink at least two liters of water every day in order to help your body flush out the toxins or poisons which are disturbed by this treatment.
5) How many sessions are recommended?
To achieve optimal effect we suggest a course of 10 consecutive treatments. Smokers may require double the number of sessions. Treatments are applied 2 times per week, with a non treatment day between sessions
6) How many treatments does it take to see a difference?
Small difference can be seen after the first treatment. The most significant changes occur around the 5th treatment.
7) Is there any discomfort involved?
Some say there is a slight discomfort with the insertion of the acupuncture needles, but most patients don’t feel them at all, and say it is a very relaxing process. The microcurrent does not cause any discomfort at all. If you feel anything at all, it will be mild tingling in your facial muscles.
8) What can patients expect the result to be?
Many patients have reported a sensation of firmness and lift on their face after their treatments. Lines, wrinkles, and sagging can be wonderfully improved and even eliminated in this facelift process. Bags under the eyes can be reduced, jowls firmed, puffiness eliminated, eyelids lifted, and double chin minimized.
9) Who should not undergo this procedure?
As long as you are generally healthy and don’t have any skin diseases or infections in the area treated, there are few medical reasons why patients should not undergo this treatment. However, patients may be unsuitable for treatment if they have a pacemaker, a history of heart problems, diabetes mellitus, severe migraine headaches, epilepsy or problems with thrombosis.
Although there is no evidence that this treatment is harmful for pregnant women, you would generally be advised to wait until after you have given birth before embarking upon a course of treatment.
10) Will the results be immediately noticeable like Botox injections?
Some changes are immediately evident. How much immediate change depends on the patient’s skin condition, general health and wrinkle depth. What can be expected from our natural face lift technique is a gradual transition to a more natural, healthier and toned facial appearance.
11) Is this procedure used only for cosmetic purposes?
No. It is used for treatment of Temperomandibular Syndrome (TMJ) and Bell’s Palsy. Patients with TMJ syndrome experience a reduction (relief) of headaches, facial/ear pain, ringing in the ears, pain with chewing etc. Bell’s Palsy patients experience enhanced recovery of the paralyzed side of their face.
12) Is there scientific evidence of the benefits of Microcurrent?
Yes. Many researchers have proven that Micro current stimulation increases ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) resulting in improved cell metabolism, injury repair, and soft tissue cell regeneration (Cheng et al. 1982). Specific research on micro current and skin by Dr. Chi (2003, U of Washington’s Pathology Department) showed: 10% increase in collagen thickness in connective tissue, 35% increase in the number of blood vessels, 45% increase in number of elastin fibers in the dermis, 35% increase in blood circulation in the tissues (improving the health, condition and color of the skin)
13) What is unique about this technique?
It is a completely painless, relaxing holistic multi-procedural approach that produces gradual long term changes. The tone and texture of the skin is improved, giving a more youthful glow. This does not occur with plastic surgery. The advantage of our technique lies in its holistic approach that addresses the actual causes of skin aging due to aging factors as opposed to procedures like plastic surgery which masks without correcting the underlying imbalances.
14) I have already had cosmetic surgery and/or botox injections; can I still use this technique?
Yes, most definitely, this technique would be of great benefit to you, as it would improve your skin texture, and underlying muscles would be toned giving you a more natural and youthful appearance.
15) Are follow treatments recommended after my initial course of treatments?
In order to protect your investment, follow up treatments are recommended. The frequency depends on each individual but usually one session every 4 to 6 weeks is sufficient.
BEFORE AFTER 5 TREATMENTS AFTER 10 TREATMENTS RESULTS
- Improved skin tone
- Decreased cellulite in both the buttocks and the thigh
- Decrease in overall size
- Significantly lifted buttocks
- Toned thighs
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